Mystic Microsoft: A Journey of Transformation in the Halls of High Technology (Paperback)

by Kraig Brockschmidt (Author)
Key Phrases: developer support, product support, developer relations, Bill Gates, Microsoft Press, Bob Taniguchi (more...)

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Product Description
Where do you go to grow spiritually? A church? A monastery? India? Tibet? What about the heart of corporate multinationalism? Mystic Microsoft demonstrates that with sincerity and self-offering, God can (and will) guide one's inner growth in any setting, not just formal religious channels. Here, one of Microsoft's most visible technology experts during its major growth years relates how his career circumstances were the vehicle for an inward transformation. With insight, wit, and colorful anecdotes about life at Microsoft, Brockschmidt shows how one's career, like his experience writing the Windows Calculator and his book, Inside OLE 2, are tremendous opportunities for spiritual growth. "[At Microsoft] I learned and experienced exactly what you would expect [in] a monastery or ashram..." Mystic Microsoft offers hope to those who feel that their careers are at odds with their inner aspirations and those who seek to find a deeper meaning in their worldly responsibilities. www.mysticmicrosoft.com

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Kraig Brockschmidt (March 30, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0615143792
• ISBN-13: 978-0615143798
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,063,373 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed it tremendously!, July 16, 2007

By	Joe Begley (Mountain View, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Not only is this a fascinating peek inside the workings of Microsoft...it's a very enjoyable sharing of how Kraig learns the highest spiritual (and human) potential in every work situation. Quite the inspiring read! It's given me lots of pointers as to how to do the same in my own life. Couldn't wait to read each new chapter.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Hard to put down, July 16, 2007

By	Rosie Perera - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It's been a long time since a book made me weep. This one did. It's about how God used Kraig's years at Microsoft to bring about spiritual transformation in him. Kraig grew up Missouri Synod Lutheran. Throughout his time at Microsoft, he considered himself an atheist. But by the time he left there, God had made himself known again. Though the form of his spirituality did not return to Christianity, there are still amazing things to be learned from Kraig's journey about how God works in and through the marketplace. Very well written, and a joy to read.

4.0 out of 5 stars Spirituality can flourish in the workplace, November 18, 2007

By	J.M. (Seattle Wa) - See all my reviews

Mystic Microsoft by Kraig Brockschmidt is a well written account of how to focus on what is important in our work life. Kraig's style is at once intimate, humorous, and poignant. I recommend this book to anyone who would like inspiration and insight into spiritual growth in the workplace.